"celebrity" News"celebrity" Newsen-usCopyright 2009, DataSphereFri, 09 Dec 2016 05:32:11 PSTFri, 09 Dec 2016 05:32:11 PSTLocal NewsDataSphere30Hollywood Coins Up: Celebrities Turning to an Innovative Mobile App to Collect Change for Charitieshttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674321-hollywood-coins-celebrities-turning-innovative-mobile-app-collect-change-charities
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674321-hollywood-coins-celebrities-turning-innovative-mobile-app-collect-change-charitiesThu, 17 Nov 2016 09:34:00 PST<br/>When celebrities align with a cause they are passionate about, people notice. In doing so, their efforts can make a major impact by bringing awareness to the charity organizations they support or lead. Four celebrities in particular who are lending their name to charity organizations are making it even easier for their fans to engage in the habit of giving, by “Coining Up” through the new mobile donation app – Coin Up. <br/>”A celebrity who is committed to making a difference for their charity, combined with a convenient and automated way for their fans to donate to that charity, is a winning formula for major social impact,” explains Leena Patidar, chief executive officer and co-founder of Coin Up. “Celebrities make it easy to build awareness about the causes that they care about, and Coin Up’s mobile app has made it effortless for people to donate their spare change from everyday transactions.”<br/>The celebrities who are deeply aligned with their causes and are takingBASIS Independent McLean Introduces Students to the Art of Voting with Mascot Selectionhttp://mclean.wusa9.com/news/news/2674221-basis-independent-mclean-introduces-students-art-voting-mascot-selection
http://mclean.wusa9.com/news/news/2674221-basis-independent-mclean-introduces-students-art-voting-mascot-selectionTue, 25 Oct 2016 12:14:00 PST<br/>BASIS Independent McLean of McLean, Va., starting its inaugural year, is using the opportunity to vote on its first mascot as a chance to teach the students about the election process, in wake of the upcoming, much talked about presidential election. The process, led by head of school, Sean Aiken, will introduce ideas such delegate system and popular vote to discuss what mascot would best represent the school’s values. For more information about the school, go to http://mclean.basisindependent.com/.<br/>The premise of the mascot voting program focuses on younger students as well as older students, leading with conversations about how a mascot should represent the qualities and values of BASIS Independent McLean. This serves as a good metaphor for the more serious representation in political contexts. Some students prefer traditional mascots to give the school a sense of familiarity and camaraderie, while others want less common mascots to set them apart from other schools andBiGR Audio Continues the Evolution of Headphoneshttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674101-bigr-audio-continues-evolution-headphones
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674101-bigr-audio-continues-evolution-headphonesTue, 04 Oct 2016 07:32:00 PST<br/>Take one quick look around any busy bus station, airport, or café and it’s easy to see that headphones have made a big comeback in recent years. The trend has replaced the smaller ear buds, with people opting for the more comfortable headphones, thus making a fashion statement and opting for the highest quality sound. One company, BiGR Audio, is taking the lead in the evolution of the headphone, taking it to a whole new level.<br/>“Headphones offer an incredible way to listen privately, whether you are tuned into your own music, talks, or radio programs,” explains Richard “Big Rich” Bracke, founder of BiGR Audio, a company that makes specialty headphones and a Bluetooth wrist radio. “We asked ourselves what we wanted out of a headphone, and then we went to work making sure that it was accessible to the world.”<br/>Here are a few ways that BiGR Audio is continuing the evolution, and helping to revolutionize, the headphone industry:<br/>· Sustainability. Many headphones on theTips for Going Natural & Healthy this Halloween, While Still Keeping it Funhttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674091-tips-going-natural-healthy-halloween-while-still-keeping-it-fun
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674091-tips-going-natural-healthy-halloween-while-still-keeping-it-funMon, 03 Oct 2016 08:00:00 PST<br/>According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $7 billion will be spent on the Halloween season. A good portion of that money will go to candy purchases, which will be given away to the tens of millions of trick-or-treaters who take to the community streets and neighborhood parties. Armed with a bag full of candy, many parents worry about whether or not their child is getting a sugar overload as this yearly holiday makes its way through their home. The good news is that there are ways that people can help make Halloween more natural and healthy.<br/>“Halloween is an exciting time for kids, so the last thing we want to do is take away their fun,” explains Dr. Bruno Sharp, a fourth-generation dentist who created a line of products called Dr. Sharp Natural Oral Care, and is celebrating his 10th year as a Natural Oral Care provider. “We can still keep it fun and yet make it healthier. Most kids may not even realize that parents took steps to make it more natural.”<br/>Dr. SharpFemale Hispanic-Owned Business Thrives, Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Monthhttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674051-female-hispanic-owned-business-thrives-celebrates-national-hispanic-heritage-month
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/business/2674051-female-hispanic-owned-business-thrives-celebrates-national-hispanic-heritage-monthThu, 22 Sep 2016 09:30:00 PST<br/>National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long observation that traces its roots to President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968. While it started out as a week-long observation, it was expanded to a month in 1989. The month is a time of celebration of the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.<br/>According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 3.3 million Hispanic-owned businesses around the country, with $78.7 million in yearly sales being attributed to those owned by women (compared to $359 million in sales for male-owned Hispanic businesses). While it may come with a side of challenges, there are Hispanic women who are blazing trails and leaving a record of business success. Two of those women are Tina Aldatz and Margarita Floris, the co-owners of Savvy Travelers, a company that specializes in designer beauty wipes.<br/>“We are thrilled to be a part of the HispanicTips for Doing a Self Examination to Help Keep Skin Cancer in Checkhttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674011-tips-doing-self-examination-help-keep-skin-cancer-check
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674011-tips-doing-self-examination-help-keep-skin-cancer-checkThu, 15 Sep 2016 09:27:00 PST<br/>September is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great time for people to hone their self examination skills. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, one in every five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, adding to the 5.4 million new cases that are diagnosed each year in the country. Being diligent about skin cancer all year long is the best way to beat the odds and keep risks of getting it lower.<br/>“The American Academy of Dermatology reports that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the country,” explains Katherine Goldman, celebrity esthetician/waxologist and owner of the Stript Wax Bar. “The good news is that there are plenty of things we can do to help minimize the risks of getting it.”<br/>Skin cancer is when the cells in the skin have been damaged by tanning beds or the sun. Those damaged cells begin to quickly multiply out of control and they form a tumor. Doing routine self examinations is the best way to catch possible skinWhat you don’t know about mercury fillings could be hurting you!http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674001-what-you-dont-know-about-mercury-fillings-could-be-hurting-you
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2674001-what-you-dont-know-about-mercury-fillings-could-be-hurting-youWed, 14 Sep 2016 08:03:00 PST<br/>It’s difficult today to find an adult who doesn’t have a silver filling in their mouth. After all, it’s believed that around 42 percent of children have had cavities in their teeth, and 91 percent of adults have had them. Millions of people have had these cavities filled with a “silver” substance, which contains around 50 percent mercury. The problem is that mercury is a neurotoxin, which is a substance that we know to be poisonous to nerve tissue. Millions of unsuspecting people today walk around with these silver fillings that may actually be damaging their health without them even realizing it.<br/>“Countries are finally beginning to ban and restrict the use of mercury in fillings,” explains Dr. Bruno Sharp, a fourth-generation dentist who created a line of products called Dr. Sharp Dentistry, and is celebrating his 10th year as a Natural Oral Care provider. “The more people learn about the dangers, the less they want them in their mouths or to be working with them in theRaw: Pontiff Leads Final Mass in Polandhttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5066262059001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5066262059001Sun, 31 Jul 2016 04:16:11 PSTPope Francis oversaw a huge outdoor Mass in Krakow on Sunday, as part of the Catholic Church's World Youth Day celebrations. At the end of the service, Francis announced that the next World Youth Day will take place in Panama in 2019. (July 31)Coachella Valley Democrats celebrate Hillary Clinton's nominationhttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5063949621001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5063949621001Fri, 29 Jul 2016 08:45:35 PSTDozens of Democratic organizers and volunteers gathered July 28, 2016, at the Date Palm Country Club in Cathedral City to cheer on their party's presidential contender.Hillary brings star power to Democratic National Conventionhttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5057508346001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5057508346001Thu, 28 Jul 2016 11:25:37 PSTA-list celebrities keep pouring in to the Democratic National Convention to show their support for Hillary Clinton.Pope Francis falls down stepshttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5057439064001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5057439064001Thu, 28 Jul 2016 11:05:53 PSTA Vatican spokesperson says \u0022the pope is fine\u0022after he lost his footing while approaching the altar at Poland's holiest shrine Jasna Gora and took a tumble down a few steps. He went on to celebrate Mass as planned.How Meditation is Helping Veterans Healhttp://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2673811-how-meditation-helping-veterans-heal
http://fairfax.wusa9.com/news/health/2673811-how-meditation-helping-veterans-healThu, 28 Jul 2016 06:32:00 PST<br/>As the number of veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and other related conditions continues to rise, many are finding relief in a surprising way. These veterans are closing their eyes and silently thinking a simple sound known as a mantra. Much to their surprise, but not to the teachers who introduced them to it, they are finding the practice is helping to essentially give them their lives back. This process, called Transcendental Meditation (TM), is scientifically proven to offer a host of benefits for those who engage in the practice regularly.<br/>“We believe in the power of Transcendental Meditation, which is why it is an important part of our Warrior PATHH program,” explains Dusty Baxley, executive director of the Boulder Crest Retreat and a certified TM teacher and practitioner. “By empowering combat veterans with this very simple technique, they are able to find relief from the challenges that prevent them from coming all theWorkplace Romance.mp4http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5054620098001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5054620098001Wed, 27 Jul 2016 03:21:15 PSTJustin and his wife Kristin Hege met and started dating while working in a restaurant, then had to keep their secret from co-workers. The couple will soon celebrate their 12th anniversary. David Kadlubowski/azcentral.comHillary brings star power to Democratic National Conventionhttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5054126878001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5054126878001Wed, 27 Jul 2016 12:50:21 PSTA-list celebrities keep pouring in to the Democratic National Convention to show their support for Hillary Clinton.Senator Tom Harkin focuses on disability rightshttp://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5052290603001
http://www.wusa9.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=5052290603001Wed, 27 Jul 2016 12:40:43 PSTFormer U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin of Iowa talks about the passage of the American Disabilities Act, which celebrated its 26th anniversary on Tuesday.